The Vatican bank, a private institution located in a medieval tower inside the walls of Vatican city, recently published its first financial report in its 125-year history, reflecting Pope Francis’s push for greater transparency …

After nearly three years of intense fighting, Syria’s medical infrastructure has been decimated. Secret hospitals have been operating across the country, like the clinic featured in this video that offers intensive care for …

Education Activist and 2013 Nobel Peace nominee, Malala Yousafzai, spoke out against war in favor of education at the United Nations General Assembly. This 16-year-old girl, in a potent speech this past Wednesday said, “Wars can …

Iran’s support for Syrian President Bashar Assad is well established, though Iran has denied its troops are engaging directly with Syrian rebels. However, video footage that Syrian rebels claim was taken by an Iranian …

A speeding train slammed into a concrete wall Wednesday as it approached Santiago de Compostela, a small city in northwest Spain. The train was reportedly traveling at 190 km/h (120 mph) as it rounded a corner, speeding at more …